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Databricks Lakehouse Platform for Financial Services from Databricks
Unified platform combining data warehousing and AI capabilities for financial institutions. Enables real-time analytics, fraud detection, risk modeling, customer intelligence, regulatory reporting, and portfolio optimization while maintaining data governance and security.
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Data Integration and Connectivity
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Multi-source Data Integration Ability to connect to and aggregate data from multiple sources (core banking, ERP, CRM, cloud, third-party APIs). |
Platform integrates data from multiple sources (core banking, ERP, CRM, APIs, Cloud) as evidenced by Databricks' support for Delta Lake, partner integrations, and APIs. | |
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Real-time Data Sync Capability to synchronize data in real time, enabling access to up-to-date information. |
Real-time data sync available via streaming capabilities in Databricks Lakehouse, including structured streaming and real-time dashboards. | |
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Batch Data Processing Support for scheduled data imports/exports to handle large volumes. |
Batch data processing supported via scheduled jobs, ETL pipelines, and integration with Apache Spark. | |
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Data Lake Compatibility Ability to ingest and work with data stored in data lakes. |
Data lake compatibility is a core Databricks capability as Lakehouse sits atop data lakes (Delta Lake, S3, ADLS). | |
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ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) Tools Built-in tools for extracting, transforming, and loading data. |
Native ETL tooling with Spark and Delta Live Tables; supports transformations directly within platform. | |
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API Connectivity Availability of robust APIs for integration with external applications and services. |
API connectivity extensively provided, including RESTful, JDBC/ODBC, and partner connectors. | |
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Data Format Support Support for multiple data file formats (CSV, JSON, XML, Parquet, etc.). |
Supports multiple data formats: CSV, JSON, Avro, Parquet, ORC, Delta, XML, etc. | |
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Data Quality Controls Tools for data cleansing, validation, and deduplication. |
Data quality controls available via Delta Lake (data validation), integrations with expectations/libraries (e.g., Great Expectations). | |
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Scalability Maximum volume of data supported in gigabytes or terabytes. |
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Data Refresh Frequency Minimum time interval for refreshing integrated data. |
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AI/ML Modeling and Automation
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Automated Machine Learning (AutoML) Tools for automatically building, training, and tuning machine learning models. |
AutoML supported through Databricks AutoML offering. | |
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Model Deployment Support for deploying ML models into production environments for real-time or batch inference. |
Supports deploying ML models into production with MLflow and Databricks Jobs (real-time & batch inference). | |
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Prebuilt AI Models Availability of prebuilt models for common banking use-cases (fraud detection, credit scoring, churn prediction). |
Prebuilt AI models are available for use cases such as fraud detection and credit scoring in the industry solutions library. | |
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Custom Model Development Ability to create and train custom AI/ML models using the platform. |
Supports notebook-based development for custom model creation (Python, R, etc.), and integration with MLflow for training. | |
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Natural Language Processing (NLP) Support for processing and analyzing textual data using AI. |
NLP supported via ML capabilities and libraries (e.g., Spark NLP, HuggingFace, Databricks notebooks). | |
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Image and Document Classification AI-enabled tools for extracting information from images and documents. |
Platform supports image and document AI models, e.g., using Spark, MLflow, and custom models for document processing. | |
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Model Training Speed Time taken to train a model on a standard dataset. |
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Model Accuracy Metrics Measurement of model's performance (AUC, F1, accuracy) on test data. |
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Model Monitoring Continuous monitoring of deployed model performance and drift. |
Supports model monitoring through MLflow Model Registry and custom monitoring solutions. | |
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Automated Model Retraining Built-in support for retraining models as new data arrives. |
Automated model retraining supported via workflows and scheduled jobs, especially for streaming data scenarios. | |
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Explainable AI (XAI) Tools to interpret and explain AI-driven decisions to users. |
Explainable AI tools supported via integration with SHAP, LIME, and Databricks demo notebooks and partner add-ons. |
Visualization and Dashboarding
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Customizable Dashboards Ability for users to build and customize their own dashboards. |
Users can customize dashboards using Databricks SQL and integrated visualizations. | |
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Real-time Visualization Updates Dashboards automatically update as data changes. |
Supports real-time dashboard updates, as visualizations update with streaming tables. | |
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Multiple Chart Types Supports a variety of visualizations (bar, line, area, pie, heatmaps, etc.). |
Visualizations support varied chart types: bar, line, pie, heatmap, scatter, etc. | |
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Drill-down Analytics Ability to drill down from summary overviews to granular data points. |
Drill-down analytics enabled by interactive dashboards and notebooks. | |
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Automated Report Generation Generates scheduled or on-demand reports from dashboards. |
Databricks SQL and jobs allow scheduled/on-demand report generation. | |
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Sharing and Collaboration Tools to enable sharing dashboards with internal/external users and annotation/commenting. |
Collaboration features include notebook sharing, export, and dashboard sharing, plus commenting. | |
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Mobile Friendly Visualization Dashboards and reports accessible and optimized for mobile devices. |
Web UI and visualizations are accessible and mobile responsive (optimised for mobile browsers). | |
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Visualization Latency Average time taken to render a dashboard after data change. |
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Export Options Ability to export charts and dashboards in various formats (PDF, Excel, Image). |
Export options include CSV, image, Excel, PDF from dashboards and notebooks. | |
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Data Storytelling Ability to create data stories with narrative text, visualizations, and interactivity. |
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Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics
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Predictive Modeling Support for statistical and machine learning models forecasting future outcomes. |
Supports statistical/ML models for forecasting (predictive modeling)—integral to platform solutions. | |
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What-if Analysis Enables users to test hypothetical scenarios and estimate their impact. |
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Optimization/Recommender Engine Prescriptive analytics functionality offering optimal recommendations (e.g., product offers, asset allocation). |
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Scenario Planning Allows modeling of different scenarios to support business continuity and strategic planning. |
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Anomaly Detection Automatically detects unusual patterns or outliers, often with AI assistance. |
Anomaly detection models included in solution accelerators and sample notebooks for financial services. | |
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Forecasting Accuracy Average percentage accuracy of predictive forecasting models. |
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Time-to-prediction Average time from data input to availability of model prediction. |
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Automated Alerting Sends alerts or notifications based on predictive or prescriptive analytics outcomes. |
Alerting supported via integration with external messaging (e.g., email, slack) and Databricks Jobs webhooks. | |
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Simulation Tools Built-in modules for simulating different business or market conditions. |
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Integration with Decision Support Systems Can connect and feed outputs directly into operational decision tools or workflows. |
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Security and Compliance
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Role-based Access Control (RBAC) Ability to assign permissions based on user roles. |
Supports detailed role-based access control (RBAC) to assign permissions per user role. | |
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Data Encryption Encryption of data at rest and in transit per industry standards. |
Data encryption at rest and in transit supported: AES-256 encryption, TLS, industry configurations. | |
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Audit Trails Comprehensive logs tracking user and system activity for compliance and troubleshooting. |
Audit trails available via workspace logs, user activity logs and compliance reporting features. | |
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Single Sign-On (SSO) Supports authentication via SSO protocols (SAML, OAuth, etc.). |
Single sign-on available with SAML, OAuth, and Azure Active Directory integrations. | |
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GDPR/CCPA Compliance Built-in features to meet data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.). |
Solution supports GDPR and CCPA via compliance features, audit logging, data retention, and region selection. | |
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Data Masking Ability to obscure sensitive data from unauthorized users. |
Data masking features supported via Delta Lake and integrations, as per documentation on data privacy tools. | |
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User Activity Monitoring Monitor and alert on suspicious or unauthorized user activity. |
User activity monitoring available through workspace logs, audit logs, and partner security integrations. | |
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Data Retention Policies Configurable data retention and deletion schedules. |
Data retention policies configurable at workspace and object level for compliance needs. | |
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Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) Extra layer of login security using additional verification methods. |
Supports multi-factor authentication via integration with identity providers (SSO + MFA). | |
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Penetration Testing Frequency How often security penetration tests are conducted. |
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User Experience and Usability
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Self-service Analytics Business users can independently create and modify analyses and reports. |
Self-service analytics promoted by native SQL analytics, notebook interface, and search-driven queries. | |
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Intuitive Interface User-friendly and consistent UI/UX design for all user levels. |
UI is designed for ease of use with intuitive drag-and-drop and documentation for all user skill levels. | |
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Guided Analytics Guided experiences, tutorials, and tooltips to help users navigate analytics workflows. |
Guided analytics, onboarding flows, and tutorial content provided within the platform's help resources. | |
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Accessibility Compliance Complies with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA) for users with disabilities. |
WCAG and ADA compliance indicated in accessibility and enterprise documentation. | |
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Search and Recommendation Engine Search for data, reports, and recommendations using natural language. |
Natural language search and recommendations available in Databricks SQL and related connectors. | |
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Customization Level Degree of customization allowed for dashboards, reports, and visual elements. |
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Average User Onboarding Time Time required for a new user to learn and start using the platform productively. |
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Multi-language Support UI and documentation available in multiple languages. |
Multi-language UI support with notebooks/documentation in major languages (English, Japanese, etc.). | |
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Mobile App Availability Native mobile application for iOS and Android. |
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Personalized Dashboards Each user can personalize their dashboard to match preferences. |
Personalized dashboards and saved views are supported—users can customize their workspace. |
Collaboration and Workflow
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Integrated Collaboration Tools In-platform chat, comments, and annotation features. |
In-platform commenting, discussion threads in notebooks and dashboards provide collaboration features. | |
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Version Control for Reports Track and revert to previous versions of reports and dashboards. |
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Workflow Automation Automate business processes, task assignments, and approvals within analytics. |
Workflow automation enabled via Databricks Workflows, Jobs API, and data pipelines. | |
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Notification Center Centralized alerts and update notifications for analytics events. |
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Scheduled Report Distribution Automatically distribute scheduled reports to users or groups. |
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Third-party Collaboration Integrations Integration with external collaboration platforms (Slack, Teams, email, etc.). |
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Approval Workflows Route insights, reports, or analytics outputs for approval before dissemination. |
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Task Assignment Capabilities Assign data tasks or follow-ups directly from within the product. |
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External Stakeholder Sharing Can securely share analytics with users outside the organization. |
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User Activity Tracking Track collaboration actions for audit and improvement purposes. |
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Deployment and Scalability
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Cloud Deployment Option Platform can be deployed and managed in the public or private cloud. |
Cloud deployment supported by default (AWS, Azure, GCP). | |
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On-premises Deployment Option Platform supports deployment on internal servers. |
On-premise deployment available via Databricks on private cloud or customer-managed VPC. | |
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Hybrid Deployment Option Supports geographically distributed or hybrid cloud/on-premises setups. |
Hybrid deployments possible: can connect cloud and on-premise sources and manage hybrid infrastructure. | |
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Elastic Scalability Ability to automatically scale infrastructure and capacity up or down. |
Elastic auto-scaling is built-in, leveraging native cloud infrastructure and Databricks resource scaling. | |
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Load Handling Capacity Maximum concurrent users supported without performance degradation. |
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Multi-tenant Architecture Ability to securely support multiple organizations on the same platform. |
Multi-tenant environments supported at workspace level for large financial institutions. | |
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Data Residency Control Admins can specify geographic or jurisdictional location for stored data. |
Data residency control—databases and storage regions selectable within cloud provider account. | |
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Uptime / Availability SLA Percentage uptime or availability commitment in service level agreements. |
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Automated Disaster Recovery Built-in tools for backup, failover, and recovery. |
Automated backups and disaster recovery options are available in enterprise plans. | |
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Deployment Time Average time needed to deploy the platform in a production environment. |
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Extensibility and Customization
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Custom Plugin/Extension Framework Allows users or partners to develop and deploy custom extensions or connectors. |
Custom plugins/extensions, connectors supported via partner marketplace and notebook integration. | |
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Open API Access Comprehensive, documented APIs for system integration and workflow automation. |
Open API access provided: REST APIs, SQL APIs, MLflow APIs extensively documented. | |
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Scripting/Programming Support Support for scripting or coding custom analytics (e.g., Python, R, SQL). |
Scripting support for Python, R, Scala, SQL—core product experience. | |
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Custom Branding Ability to rebrand the analytics solution with the bank’s look and feel. |
Custom branding supported for enterprise deployments (white-labeling and custom login screens). | |
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Custom Workflow Support Enable creation of tailored workflows for bank-specific processes. |
Custom workflow support—users can define complex, tailored ETL/ML/data analysis flows. | |
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Marketplace Ecosystem Access to a marketplace of prebuilt connectors, modules, and add-ons. |
Marketplace ecosystem: Databricks Partner Connect, Databricks Marketplace for add-ons/connectors. | |
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Embedded Analytics Analytics modules can be embedded into other bank applications or portals. |
Embedded analytics available via iframe/REST API into internal/external portals/apps. | |
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Customization Documentation Quality Quality and comprehensiveness of developer guides for customization. |
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Custom Report Templates Ability to create and manage custom template reports. |
Custom report templates—users can create, save, and reuse report and dashboard templates. | |
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Support for AI Model Import/Export Supports importing and exporting external AI/ML models. |
ML model import/export supported via MLflow integration. |
Operational Performance and Monitoring
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System Performance Dashboards Centralized dashboards showing system health, availability, response times, etc. |
System performance dashboards available via admin console and native Databricks SQL reporting. | |
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Resource Utilization Metrics Track CPU, memory, and storage consumption of the analytics platform. |
Resource usage/metrics tracked with built-in tools (CPU, RAM, cluster status, cost reporting). | |
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Latency Monitoring Measure and report on query, model, and visualization latency. |
Latency monitoring via dashboard response time and query profiling tools. | |
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Error and Exception Logging Detailed logs and tools for tracking, diagnosing, and fixing platform errors. |
Error and exception logging available through workspace logs and integrations with monitoring tools. | |
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Automated Scaling Automatically adjust resources based on usage metrics. |
Automated compute scaling available on all major clouds with Databricks clusters. | |
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Usage Analytics Insights and metrics on how users engage with features and content. |
Usage analytics built into platform with activity logging and admin time series visualizations. | |
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Uptime Monitoring Automated tracking of system uptime. |
Uptime monitoring performed by service, with metrics visible in admin console. | |
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Alerting on Thresholds Send alerts based on resource usage or operational thresholds. |
Alerts configurable for operational and performance thresholds via monitoring tools and notebook jobs. | |
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Mean Time to Resolve (MTTR) Average time spent to resolve technical/platform incidents. |
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Maintenance Window Scheduling Ability to schedule and communicate planned maintenance events. |
Maintenance windows and notifications can be scheduled and communicated through admin controls. |
Support and Vendor Services
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24/7 Support Availability Support is available at all times, worldwide. |
Databricks provides 24/7 support for enterprise customers and platform availability globally. | |
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Dedicated Account Manager A specific person is assigned to manage relationship and support. |
Dedicated account manager assigned for enterprise/strategic clients as part of support programs. | |
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Onboarding and Training Programs Comprehensive training materials and onboarding for new users. |
Comprehensive onboarding and structured training programs for new users and admins. | |
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User Community and Forums Access to online community and self-service peer support. |
Active user community, discussion forums, and self-service documentation available. | |
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Professional Services Availability of expert services for implementation, customization, and data migration. |
Offers professional services for implementation, migration, and custom development. | |
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Knowledge Base Quality The comprehensiveness and up-to-dateness of platform documentation. |
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SLA Response Time Guaranteed initial response time for support requests. |
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Multi-channel Support Support available via phone, chat, email, and ticketing system. |
Support available via phone, email, chat, and web tickets. | |
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Customer Success Resources Dedicated resources to ensure successful product adoption and value. |
Customer success resources assigned to ensure ROI and adoption for strategic clients. | |
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Feedback and Feature Request Mechanism Users can easily submit feedback and request new features. |
Feedback/feature requests mechanisms are available via customer portal and support site. |
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